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1. Fractal Design Meshify 2
Specifications
-Form factor(s) E-ATX (up to 285 mm wide), ATX, micro-ATX
-Dimensions (mm) 240 x 542 x 474 (W x D x H)
-Weight 13.8 kg
-Front panel 2xUSB 3 1xUSB 3.1 Type-C,1x stereo jack,1x mic jack
-Material Steel, plastic, glass
-Cooling 3x120/140 mm front fan mounts(2x140mm fans included),1x120/140 mm rear fan mount(140 mm fan included),3x120/140 mm front fan mounts (fans not included),2x120/140 mm base fan mounts(fans not included)
-Drive bays 7 x 2.5/3.5in, 2 x 2.5in
Best overall. Lots of space, tool-free mounting of the case, three good fans, what more can you expect from a case? Fractal Design convinces again with its Meshify series. You combine the advantages of the Meshify with those of the Define 7 and get a thoroughly convincing product.
Pros
+ Beautiful simple design
+ A lot of space in the interior
+ Modular design
+ Many drive slots
+ Space for large GPUs and coolers
Cons
- Only three 4-pin ports on fan hub
- Little space above, especially with high RAM
2. Phanteks Eclipse P600S
Specifications
-Form factor(s) E-ATX(up to 280 mm wide)ATX, micro-ATX, mini-ITX -Dimensions (mm) 240 x 520 x 510 (W x D x H)
-Weight 13.5 kg
-Front panel 2xU5B 3,1xUSB 3.1Type-C.headphone.mic
-Material Steel, tempered glass
-Cooling 3x120/140 mm front fan mounts(2 x140mmfans included),3x120mm/2x140mm roof fan mounts (fan not included)1x120/140 mm rear fan mount(fan included).
-Drive bays 4 x 3.5in/2.5in. 3 x 2.5
Best mid-tower. The Eclipse P600s offers almost all the pluses of the Enthoo Evolv X, is even more comfortable and flexible, and on top of that finally more attractive in terms of price.
Pros
+ Excellent water cooling possibilities
+ Space for high tower coolers and extremely long graphics cards
+ Modular HDD cages
+ Vertical graphics card mounting possible
Cons
- Many features only optional
- No tool-free drive mounting
3. Antec DF700 FLUX
Specifications
-Form factor(s) ATX, micro-ATX
-Dimensions (mm) 220x467x486 (W x D x H)
-Weight 7.4 kg
-Front panel 2xUSB 3,LED control, stereo, mic
-Material Steel, plastic, glass
-Cooling 3x120/140 mm front fan mounts(3x 120 mm fans included),1x120mm rear fan mount(1 x fan included),3 x120/140 mm roof fan mounts (fans not included),2x120mm PSU cover fan mounts(1 x 120 mm fan included)
-Drive bays 3 x 2.5/3.5in, 3 x 2.5in
Best budget case. If you are looking for a slightly more striking mesh housing with lush fan assembly and RGB lighting, the DF700 FLUX ultimately provides a coherent model at a really attractive price. The case by far has the best price-performance ratio.
Pros
+ Excellent value
+ RGB lighting
+ High cooling performance
Cons
- No USB Type-C
- Minimum fan speed slightly too high
4. Cooler Master MasterBox NR200P
Specifications
-Form factor(s) Mini-ITX, mini-DTX
-Dimensions (mm) 185 x 360 x 274 (W x D x H)
-Weight 5.1 kg
-Front panel 2 x USB 3, 1 x audio headphone/mic
-Material Steel, plastic, glass
-Cooling 2 x 120 mm roof fan mounts (fans included), 1 x 92 mm rear fan mount (fan not included), 2 x 120 mm base fan mount (fan not included), 2 x 120/140 mm side fan mounts(fan not included)
-Drive bays 1 x 3.5in, 1 x 2.5/3.5in, 2 x 2.5in
Best mini-ITX case. Although there are still significantly smaller Mini-ITX cases than the MasterBox NR200P, the Cooler Master model is surprisingly versatile and comparatively uncomplicated. In addition, it looks valuable and elegant, but at the same time it is offered at an attractive price.
Pros
+ Good Cooling Properties
+ Modular design
+ Selectable Sides Of The Housing
+ Available in two different colors
+ Vertical graphics card mounting possible
Cons
- No USB Type-C
- No roof radiator mount
5. Corsair 5000D Airflow
Specifications
-Form factor(s) ATX, micro-ATX
-Dimensions (mm) 245 x 520 x 520 (W x D x H)
-Weight 13.8 kg
-Front panel 2xUSB 3,1xUSB 3.1 Type-C,1x stereo/mic jack
-Material Steel, plastic, glass
-Cooling 3 x 120 mm/2 x 140 mm front fan mounts (1 x 120 mm fan included), 1 x 120 mm rear fan mount (fan included), 3 x 120 mm/2 x 140 mm roof fan mounts (fans not included)
-Drive bays 2 x 2.5/3.5in, 4 x 2.5in
Best mid-range case. Corsair's new 5000 series ultimately convinces with three very user-friendly and uncomplicated models, which increase significantly in flexibility and equipment compared to the 4000 series.
Pros
+ Excellent Cable Management
+ Plenty of space in the interior
+ Interior modular design
+ Built-in Hub for RGB
+ USB 3.1 Type-C
Cons
- Only two hard disk bays
- Only four 140-mm fan slots
6. Be Quiet! Silent Base 802
Specifications
-Form factor(s) E-ATX(up to 275 mm wide), ATX, micro-ATX
-Dimensions (mm) 281 x 539 x 553 (W x D x H)
-Weight 13.2 kg
-Front panel 2xUSB 3,1xUSB 3.1 Type-C, 1x stereo, 1x mic, fan control
-Material Steel, plastic, glass
-Cooling 3 x 120/140 mm front fan mounts(2 x 140 mm fans included), 1 x 120/140 mm rear fan mount (140 mm fan included), 3 x120/140 mm roof fan mounts (fans not included)
-Drive bays 3 x 2.5/3.5in, 7 x 2.5in
Best silent case. The Be Quiet! Silent Base 802 scores with its versatile application possibilities. The user has the choice between a focus on airflow or a stronger insulation for a quieter operating noise. In addition, there is a very spacious interior, which offers plenty of space for hardware, drives and cooling.
Pros
+ Very quiet operation
+ Excellent air flow
+ Generous Space
+ USB Type-C Port
Cons
- No RGB lighting
- Average cable tidying
7. Phanteks Enthoo Luxe 2
Specifications
-Form factor(s) Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX
-Dimensions (mm) 240 x 595 x 570 (W x D x H)
-Weight 14.3 kg
-Front panel 4xUSB 3,1x USB 3.1 Type-C, RGB controller, audio jacks
-Material Aluminum, Steel, tempered glass, plastic
-Cooling 4 x 120/3 x 140 mm front fan mounts(fans not included), 3 x 120/140 mm roof fan mounts (fans not included), 3 x 120/1 x140mm base fan mounts (fans not included), 1 x120/140 mm rear fan mount (fan not included),4 x 120 mm side fan mounts (fans not included)
-Drive bays 4 x 2.5in/3.5in, 7 x 2.5in
Best full tower case. The Phanteks Enthoo Luxe 2 lives up to its predecessor, the Enthoo Luxe. The indirect lighting on the outside has been adopted, which, combined with the shape of the Enthoo Primo, ensures a discreet and elegant exterior. But the best of the Enthoo Luxe 2 predecessors also meet inside – a large, tidy interior with well-thought-out features for cable management, fan/radiator configuration, vertical mounting of graphics cards or even the installation of a second (ITX)system including a second ATX power supply.
Pros
+ All-rounder without real weaknesses
+ Massive upgrade potential
+ Two systems possible
+ Vertical GPU mounting possible
+ LED lighting
Cons
- No USB 3.2 Gen2
- No fans included
- Huge
8. Fractal Design Define 7
Specifications
-Form factor(s) E-ATX, ATX, Micro-ATX
-Dimensions (mm) 240x547x475(W x D x H)
-Weight 13.5 kg
-Front panel 2xUSB3,2xUSB2,1xUSB3.1Type-C,stereo, mic
-Material Steel, plastic, glass
-Cooling 3x120/140 mm front fan mounts(2x140mm fan included), 1x120/140 mm rear fan mount(1x140mm fan included),3x120/140 mm roof fan mounts(fans not included), 2x120/140 mm base fan mount(fan not included)
-Drive bays 6x2.5/3.5in, 2x2.5in
Best gaming case. Fractal Design certainly does not reinvent the wheel with the Define 7 and optimizes the successful case in detail. This is particularly noticeable in the space yield, since the Define 7 now has full radiator compatibility in every layout. In any case, Fractal Design has managed the balancing act between classic construction and modernity very well. Gaming machine, workhorse or inconspicuous home computer, the Define 7 meets every requirement.
Pros
+ Removable roof
+ Lots of space
+ Good cable management
Cons
- Fan control not optimal
- Plastic panels do not look solid
9. Cooler Master Cosmos C700M
Specifications
-Form factor(s) Mini-ITX, Micro-ATX, ATX, E-ATX
-Dimensions (mm) 306x650x651(W x D x H)
-Weight 24 kg
-Front panel 1x USB 3.1 Type-C,4x USB 3.0,1x audio/mic jacks
-Material Aluminum, Steel, Tempered Glass, ABS plastic
-Cooling 3x pre-installed 120/140 mm (Front, 3x 140 mm), 1x 120/140 mm (back panel, 1x 140 mm pre-installed), 3x 120/140 mm (lid, optional) 2x 120/140 mm (ground, optional)
-Drive bays 5x 3.5 in,4x 2.5 in
Best if the price is not an object. The Cosmos C700M is definitely the most elaborate case that Cooler Master has brought to the market so far, and it is also one of the most beautiful in the Cosmos tradition. The Cosmos C700M is actually the ideal Showcase for people who want to build a very beautiful, visually unusual PC. There are hardly any limits to the possibilities.
Pros
+ Extremely modular design
+ Massive space in the interior
+ Doors are removable
+ Quiet under full load
+ Even better RGB lighting with addressable LEDs
Cons
- Expensive
- Huge
10. NZXT H1
Specifications
-Form factor(s) Mlni-ITX
-Dimensions (mm) 187x187 x305(W x D x H)
-Weight 6.53 kg
-Front panel 2xUSB3,1xUSB3.1Type-C,audio Jack
-Material Steel, tempered glass
-Cooling 1x140mm AIO liquid cooler
-Drive bays 2x2.5 in
Best high end mini-ITX case. All in all, NZXT has found a good balance of cooling, compactness and comfort in the H1. It is simple, chic, exemplary easy to set up and provides an excellent platform for a powerful ITX system.
Pros
+ Space saving vertical housing
+ Power supply, AiO cooling and riser cable matched to the housing and pre-assembled
+ Good CPU cooling
+ Easy to build
Cons
- No hard disk mounts
- Graphics card must cool independently